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India.com
9 hours ago
- Lifestyle
- India.com
Blush Beauties: 4 Cream & Liquid Blushes that Glow Naturally
Want to kill for a stunning, dewy wash of color on your cheeks? Liquid and cream blushes are beauty routines taking the country by storm for their heavenly textures and no-makeup-makeup effect. Want a subtle wash or intense glow? These four intense blushes by luxury beauty brands yield incredible effects with minimal effort. From light formulas to intense pigments, discover the top options that will elevate your makeup. These trend-setting blushes are the secret to effortless, day-long cheek perfection. 1. Huda Beauty – Blush Filter Soft Glow Liquid Blush in Strawberry Cream Image Source- Order Now Huda Beauty's beautiful soft pink shade is perfect for that lit-from-within look. Blush Filter line provides an iridescent glow with light-as-air texture that just melts into skin. "Strawberry Cream" is a great everyday wear—fresh, flirtatious, and on all flavors. Key Features: Soft-Focus Glow Finish with warm, glowing flush of color Liquid-Cream Hybrid Formula: Melted onto skin without patching or streaking. Buildable Coverage: Sheer to full, ideal for control of customizable intensity. Lightweight Texture: Lasts all day without heaviness or smothering. Strawberry Cream Shade: Complementary pink shade for all skin types for bright It will wash out slightly on oily skin after extended wear without a setting spray. 2. Laura Mercier – Tinted Moisturizer Blush in PROMENADE Image Source- Order Now This blush offers the best of both worlds when it comes to skincare and makeup. Laura Mercier's PROMENADE shade is the rosy-mauve color that has the feel of tinted moisturizer but gives cheeks a barely-there-looking flush. It looks nice when blended and moisturizes as it colors. Key Features: Tinted Moisturizer-Based Formula: Combines moisturizing with sheer color. Natural Dewy Finish: Gives skin healthy, fresh-looking radiance. Weightless Wear: Silky texture like a second skin. Sheer to Medium Coverage: Simple to layer for added effect. PROMENADE Shade: Pink-nude rosy color ideal for daily wear. Extremely sheer—requires layering to a deeper skin tone. 3. Benefit – PomPom Pomegranate Rose Blush Image Source- Order Now Looking for a sweet, playful blush? Benefit's PomPom blush delivers a warm flush of pomegranate pink that adds an unexpected burst of playfulness to any makeup look. With the powder-soft finish in cream texture, it's perfect for fresh-faced sophistication. Key Features: Silky Powder Finish: Lightweight powder glides on easily to the skin. Rich Color Payoff: One smooth stroke gives high-pigment payoff. Long-Lasting Wear: Remains bright all day without fading. Pomegranate Rose Shade: Warming, deep rose-tinged with a hint of berry. Drying texture needs an extra bit of blending effort. 4. Hourglass – Unreal Liquid Blush in Whim Image Source- Order Now Hourglass Unreal Blush in Whim is the splurge option and for good reason. Terracotta-rose adds drama and sass. Whipped, mousse-textured formula glides on smoothly and results in a soft-focus, airbrushed finish that lasts all day long. Key Features High-impact Pigment: Dark with minimal product. Serum-Infused Formula: Moisturizes skin while developing color. Silky, Blendable Texture: Easy application with no patching. Airbrush Finish: Gives cheeks a silky and soft finish. A luxury price tag might not be affordable to all. Regardless of whether you love a natural glow, a bright pop, or an ethereal radiance, Zalora has the perfect liquid and cream blush for you. From Huda's most subtle dewiness to Hourglass airbrush finish theatrics, these formulas provide silky blendability and stunning color payoff. Safe enough for everyday wear, too, and nights out with sparkle, these blushes are all skin types and all styles welcome. So go ahead. Level up your face game with one (or several) of these must-have blushes—now on Zalora. Disclaimer: At IDPL, we help you stay up-to-date with the latest trends and products. It should not be construed as an endorsement to buy. IDPL may make a very small commission from its sale if one chooses to buy the product from any of the links in this article.
Epoch Times
a day ago
- Politics
- Epoch Times
Farage Pushes for Power as Reform Tops Polls, But Personal Popularity Lags
Nigel Farage has pledged to scrap the two-child benefit cap and restore the winter fuel payment, adding he could become prime minister at the next general election. Speaking at a press conference on Tuesday, the Reform UK leader, whose party made a dramatic breakthrough in the May local elections, said that 'something extraordinary' is unfolding in British politics. He argued the Conservative Party is 'done' and 'no longer a national party,' adding that Labour is 'terrified' of Reform's rise. The May local election results appear to support Farage's claims. Reform made a dramatic breakthrough, winning more than 600 council seats, taking control of 10 councils, and securing a mayoralty in Lincolnshire. Reform is also surging in voting intention surveys, polling ahead of Labour, the Liberal Democrats, and the Conservatives. While his party is experiencing a surge in the polls, Farage's personal popularity continues to trail behind his party's momentum. Related Stories 5/8/2025 5/6/2025 A Starmer is backed by 44 percent of respondents, compared to 29 percent for Farage. That gap has widened since February, when Starmer polled at 36 percent and Farage at 26 percent. The polling divide comes as Labour faces mounting pressure to address migration and the use of asylum hotels, both of which are key issues Farage has heavily targeted. Reform is trusted the most to have the right policies on immigration, and its leader Nigel Farage is the most trusted party leader on the issue, according to an Child Benefit Cap On Tuesday, Farage said he would take part in a head-to-head debate with Starmer. He said Reform represents 'working people,' adding that many of its supporters are 'people with alarms who go off to work every morning.' He backed lifting the The policy, brought in by the Conservatives in 2015, limits financial support for families with more than two children. Reform would abolish the cap not to support a 'benefits culture,' but to back low-paid working families, Farage said. He added the plan is for British citizens, not migrants, and confirmed there would be no cap on the number of children. Groups such as Unicef UK and the National Education Union have long criticised the cap. They warned it pushes families into poverty. Some estimates suggest that ending the policy could lift up to 350,000 children out of hardship. But the cost is a key issue. The Resolution Foundation says it could cost up to £3.5 billion a year by the end of this Parliament. The government In more recent comments, Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson told 'BBC Breakfast' on Tuesday that tackling child poverty is the government's 'moral mission.' 'We'll set it all out later on this year, in the autumn. I think it's important that we get it right,' Phillipson said. Members of Reform UK, which has taken control of Kent County Council, in an undated file photo. Gareth Fuller/PA Restoring the Winter Fuel Payment Farage has pledged to reverse recent cutbacks to the winter fuel payment for all pensioners, suggesting that both Labour and the Conservatives neglect older voters. Meanwhile, after pressure from Labour backbenchers, the government appears to be shifting its stance. In a possible Chancellor Rachel Reeves is expected to address the issue in the upcoming spending review, though she has not yet explained how any changes would be funded. The policy could carry significant political weight. Although reinstating it would cost billions of pounds, energy costs remain a major concern for older voters, a group Reform is actively courting. Labour Faces Economic Policy Tensions The Labour government is also grappling with internal tensions over economic policy. A leaked memo from Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner, reported by The Telegraph, revealed disagreements with Reeves on welfare and taxation. While Rayner appears to favour a more expansive economic approach, Reeves remains focused on fiscal rules set in the Autumn Budget and her promise to not raise taxes further. In turn, Farage proposed raising the income tax threshold to £20,000 and introducing a transferable tax allowance for married couples. 'These proposals are expensive but we genuinely believe we can pay for it,' he said. He said the funding would come from scrapping net-zero climate measures, ending hotel stays for asylum seekers, eliminating public sector diversity initiatives, and cutting the number of taxpayer-funded quangos. Earlier this month, MPs Sunderland MP Lewis Atkinson rejected the idea, warning it would cost £50 billion and require deep cuts to public services. Migration Stance Reaffirmed Labour's recent shift towards Farage said asylum seekers should be removed from hotels and called for a complete overhaul of the existing migration system. He described Channel crossings as a 'threat to national security' and labelled the current asylum process 'unfair, wrong, and dangerous.' He also reiterated the need for stronger border enforcement and national sovereignty. PA Media contributed to this report.
Graziadaily
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Graziadaily
This Iconic Benefit Product Just Had An Update – And It's Better Than Ever
Few beauty products enjoy the same level of fame and success as Benefit's Benetint. While there are lots of lip stains available in 2025, from peels to felted markers, it was Benefit's OG product that put the revolutionary long-wear, budge-proof formula on the map in 1976. 49 years later, the San Franciscan brand's first-to-market beauty product shows no sign of waning and it's got the numbers to prove it. Boasting a whopping one billion views on TikTok, one bottle of this blush sold every 11 seconds in 2024 and three million vials sold that year alone. It seems the buzz around the internet's favourite lip-to-cheek multitasker is about to reach fever pitch, as Benefit introduces two new shades into the fold for the first time ever: Raspberry and Dark Cherry, which are on sale right now for £19.10 at Sephora. Cementing its iconic status, the brand has teamed up with Desi Perkins, mega influencer and founder of @deziskin, to create the DEZI X Benetint Dark Cherry Sunglasses and Lip & Cheek Stain Set, which includes a pair of cherry-pink coated Dezi sunglasses, a custom pink case, and a full-size Benetint Lip & Cheek Stain in the new Dark Cherry hue. While the $95 limited edition kit is exclusively available at Sephora USA, the collaboration has already helped to ensure that Dark Cherry is a sell-out success. Sameeha Shaikh, beauty writer, using Dark Cherry The new colour expansion welcomes hues of ruddy brown in Dark Cherry, and berry pink for Raspberry, giving us a whole new way to enjoy the cult classic. Unlike other Benetint iterations like the Floratint and Playtint, the two newcomers share the same well-loved formula as the original, that being a natural-looking flush of long-lasting, non-drying colour that is smudge, transfer, water and humidity-proof. If you're into a monochrome make-up moment (guilty as charged), the multitasker can be swiftly swiped across lips and cheeks for a lightweight sheer look that can be built up all while guaranteeing a believable second-skin finish, thanks to its barely-there watercolour-resembling stain. Jean and Jane Ford, the twin founders of Benefit, actually created the Benefit Benetint as a nipple enhancer for exotic dancers, but almost 50 years on it's the secret to perking up our complexions. A flurry of A-listers including Winona Ryder, Nicole Kidman and even Rachel Zegler are known to love it, the latter of whom used it to create Snow White's classic red-lipped look in the 2025 live-action remake of the Disney classic. Swatches of Benefit's new Benetint in Raspberry (top) and Dark Cherry (bottom) Sameeha Shaikh, beauty writer, says: 'I am quite serious about blush; I often forgo all cheek products (like bronzer and contour) but will never complete my make-up without a stippling of something flesh-toned across my cheeks, nose, lids, temples and chin. I did say serious, didn't I? To feed my addiction while avoiding blush blindness – there's a fine line, I know – I have long held on to clever formulas that lend a breathable, buildable, natural skin finish, and that's where Benefit's original Benetint comes in. I've used it years and was doubtful that the OG stain could get any better, but I'm happy to report I stand corrected. While the original Benetint promises to stain cheeks with a perky rosey red colour that is perfect for summer, the new shades offer deeper, muted hues that I will likely lean on year-round. I've taken to Dark Cherry, a ruddy brown that works beautifully against my medium, olive complexion. It packs all the staying power of the original, meaning one application in the morning is enough to last me through most of the day, but offers up more options that will work across a plethora of skin tones and make-up moods.' 1. Benefit Benetint Price: £19.10 What the brand says: The long-lasting, non-drying lip and cheek stain promises a smudge-, transfer-, water-, and humidity-proof formula that lends a lightweight, sheer, and natural-looking flush that can be built up. Sameeha Shaikh, beauty writer, says: 'I've used Benefit's original Benetint for years and was doubtful that the OG stain could get any better, but am happy to report I stand corrected. While the original Benetint promises to stain cheeks with a perky rosy red colour that is perfect for summer, the new shades offer deeper, more muted hues that I will likely lean on year-round. I've taken to Dark Cherry, a ruddy brown that works beautifully against my medium, olive complexion. It packs all the staying power of the original, meaning one application in the morning is enough to last me through most of the day, but offers up more options that will work across a plethora of skin tones and make-up moods.' Pros Long-lasting Non-comedogenic Cons Budge-proof, quick-dry formula means there is less play time Sameeha Shaikh is Grazia's beauty writer, covering all categories to bring you insights on the latest trends, industry news and the products you need to know about, viral or not (most probably viral).
Edinburgh Live
4 days ago
- Business
- Edinburgh Live
'Game changer' makeup product for older skin helps 'fill open pores and fine lines'
A makeup product that promises to 'fill open pores and fine lines' for a flawless foundation application has been hailed as a 'game changer' by mature shoppers. The Smooth Like Silk Face Prime from brand Look Fabulous Forever has received high praise, with some customers claiming it's 'better' than well-known brands and have been 'buying it on repeat' for nearly ten years. As skin matures, the longevity of foundation, eye makeup, and lipstick tends to decrease. This is often due to the skin not being as smooth as it once was, coupled with a reduction in oestrogen production, which can leave it drier. As a result, makeup can be absorbed into the skin, settling into fine lines and fading as the day progresses. Therefore, a quality primer is essential to maintain a fresh makeup look throughout the day, a promise made by the Smooth Like Silk Face Prime. Retailing at £29, this complexion product can be used to prepare the skin before applying makeup. For those short on time, it can also be mixed directly into the foundation, achieving equally effective results, reports the Mirror. Specifically designed for mature skin, the primer contains aloe vera and silica, ingredients known to 'fill open pores and fine lines', providing an ideal base for long-lasting makeup. It helps prevent makeup from 'disappearing' during the day, reducing the need for constant touch-ups and ensuring a 'fresh' look all day. The primer has received a plethora of positive reviews from fans, with over 300 shoppers commenting on this makeup essential. One customer shared: "This was the first product I ever bought from LFF, some 9+ years ago, and I've been purchasing it regularly ever since. Foundation simply glides on top of it. If in a hurry, mix it into your foundation." Look Fabulous Forever Linkby Smooth Like Silk Face Prime Face prime with aloe vera and silica fills open pores and fine lines and provides the perfect base for long-lasting makeup From £ 29 Look Fabulous Forever Buy Now Several customers have claimed that it's 'better' than the popular brand Benefit. One remarked: "I used Benefit pore minimiser which was OK for my open pores on my nose. However, this primer is so much better. The primer blurs my open pores more effectively than Benefit. So good that this is my 2nd bottle." Another added: "For years I have been using Benefit pore minimiser as a primer and to reduce my open pores mainly on my nose. I find Benefit is the only primer I can use with other brands of foundation and to hide my pores until now. This Smooth Like Silk Primer is even much better. Not only does it minimise my large nose pores, it blends smoothly with other brands of foundation, makes my skin look even and smooth. For a 66 year old lady to receive a compliment from a 30 year old says it all. I definitely recommend this primer." While the formula has received high praise from many customers, some have expressed dissatisfaction with the packaging. One customer shared: "Game-changing product! Just a tiny amount goes a long way to make skin smooth as silk and primed so that foundation glides on evenly and stays put all day. The only thing I would change would be the packaging. A lightweight plastic squeezy tube would be easier to pack when travelling. I want to take this key item everywhere I go." (Image: Look Fabulous Forever) Another fan of the primer commented: "This primer does feel 'smooth like silk' on application," but added, "However, have rated 4 stars instead of 5 because I find the square shape of the container takes up too much room in a make-up bag." Some beauty enthusiasts have even abandoned their foundation for a more natural look since switching to the Look Fabulous Forever primer. One such customer enthused: "Absolutely love this product out of all LFF products this is hands down my number 1. Why? It does exactly what it says it will do, no faff no fuss. I wear it every working day, it smooths my complexion beautifully so much so I hardly ever wear foundation. Just a bit of Rosy Glow and lipstick! Ordered 2 bottles as I just ran out and was having withdrawal symptoms." Primers with a similar consistency, sharing key ingredients such as Cyclopentasiloxane and Dimethicone Crosspolymer like the Look Fabulous Forever primer, are compared to the likes of Yves Saint Laurent Touche Éclat Blur Primer, typically £36, and Lancôme La Base Pro Perfecting Makeup Primer, usually £35. Yet, Look Fabulous Forever sets itself apart because it is crafted especially for mature skin. The enterprise was initiated by Tricia Cusden at the ripe age of 65, with the brand having just toasted to its 11th year in business. "I launched Look Fabulous Forever at the age of 65 because I felt largely invisible to the traditional beauty industry," said the founder. "I was also finding it increasingly difficult to find makeup that really worked on my older skin and have come to this business as a consumer - all our products are formulated so they perform brilliantly on older skin. At Look Fabulous Forever we want you to look fabulous whatever age you are without worrying too much about the odd wrinkle or grey hair." Intrigued customers seeking to explore more from the brand will be pleased to know that the retailer is presently providing an offer on a collection of primers. Valued at £83, the set is currently available for £59, featuring the Never Feather Lip Prime and Smooth Out Eye Prime, along with the Smooth Like Silk Face Prime. The eye primer provides a flawlessly smooth, neutral base to prevent your eyeshadow from settling into fine lines and maintain vibrant colours throughout the day. Meanwhile, the lip primer is crafted to seal the edges of your lips, preventing your lipstick from bleeding into the fine lines around the mouth. With a total saving of £24, and including a complimentary makeup bag, each of the primers comes in at less than £20 as part of the set. This could be an option worth exploring for those considering revamping their makeup bag with products more suitable for ageing skin. Alternatively, beauty enthusiasts can get their hands on the 'game changer' Smooth Like Silk Face Prime here.
Metro
4 days ago
- Lifestyle
- Metro
The viral lip tint that sells every 11 seconds just dropped two new shades
Metro journalists select and curate the products that feature on our site. If you make a purchase via links on this page we will earn commission – learn more Lip stains are having a real moment right now – from long lasting lip liner looks to kiss-proof tints that last all day. But when you think of the OG lip tint you can only think of Benefit. The brand's original, flagship product back in 1976, Benefit Benetint is a classic for a reason, with one sold every 11 seconds and three million sold in 2024 alone. And now, social media's favourite lip and cheek stain is officially available in two brand new shades: Dark Cherry and Raspberry, and like the original, they're set to bring that perfect, natural-looking flush of colour that lasts. Sheer and non-drying, the versatile tint easily swipes onto the lips to deliver a gorgeous flush of colour that lasts all day long – whether you opt for original Rose, juicy raspberry or sultry Dark Cherry. shop £22.50 Bouncing from viral moment to viral moment, Benefit's Benetint is the perfect purse-friendly beauty essential for achieving naturally flushed, pinched cheeks and lips with just a few dots. Sheer and non-drying, the versatile tint easily swipes onto the lips to deliver a gorgeous flush of colour that lasts all day long – whether you opt for original Rose, juicy Raspberry or sultry Dark Cherry. Totally transfer-proof and smudge-proof, the buildable formula leaves a sweet tint on the lips that can be intensified to your perfect hue with additional layers, helping you keep that perfect pout all day long without the need for lippy top-ups. And its not just for the lips, either. By popping a few dots of Benetint onto the cheeks and quickly blending out with your fingers, you'll have a stunning, just-pinched flush of blush that lasts all day, ideal for those minimal makeup looks. For the classic Benetint look, original Rose is the shade you'll want to opt for. Boasting a hearty, rosy pink hue, this shade is the brand's best-selling stain for good reason, leaving a universally stunning flush you're sure to love. After something a pinker? New Raspberry is a juicy dark magenta hue that's gorgeous on both the lips and the cheeks, perfect for an eye-catching look. And if you've been loving the cherry-toned looks taking the beauty world by storm then you'll love new Dark Cherry and its deep berry tones that'll look stunning on any skin tone. Shoppers, unsurprisingly, can't stop raving about how much they love Benetint, calling it the 'perfect' lip product and raving of its easy-to-use formula. 'I absolutely love this tint,' raved one five-star reviewer. 'It smells wonderful and you can blend it to your preference. Very good pigment. Looks great on lips and cheeks. Definitely would buy this when I run out.' Want to give back when you wax? Benefit's Bold is Beautiful campaign is back, which means throughout May, £5 from every brow wax booked at Benefit directly supports the brand's longstanding charity partners: Refuge, Look Good Feel Better and Daisyhouse. Benefit has collaborated with leading retain partners – Boots, John Lewis, M&S, Sephora and Selfridges to donate £5 from every brow wax booked in May – and you don't have to do a single thing. Better still, to celebrate the 10th anniversary of Bold is Beautiful, Benefit is treating those who book a brow wax to a free eye mask and complimentary lip and chin waxes, too. (While supplies last) Since 2015, Benefit has raised enough funds to keep a refuge open for up to 3.5 years and host confidence-boosting makeup and skincare workshops for over 18,000 women. Globally, they've raised over $26.6 million, with nearly £2 million dedicated to supporting women and children in the UK and Ireland. So what are you waiting for? Book your eyebrow wax and give back today. Another added: 'I got the colour shade Raspberry and it's amazing. The texture is more like water and light. It is easy to apply with the brush. It gives a nice colour to the lips without drying or making it oily.' More Trending 'This shade is so beautiful, and I feel so confident with it on. It is extremely easy to apply, as the lip tint itself has a very watery consistency. The packaging is so cute and compact, and I love how much product there is.' Wrote a third. Ready to find your perfect tint? Shop the brand-new Benefit Benetint shades today and join the millions of shoppers who can't get enough of it. Raspberry is a juicy dark magenta hue that's gorgeous on both the lips and the cheeks, perfect for an eye-catching look. shop £22.50 For the classic Benetint look, original Rose is the shade you'll want to opt for. Boasting a hearty, rosy pink hue, this shade is the brand's best-selling stain for good reason, leaving a universally stunning flush you're sure to love. shop £22.50 Dark Cherry is our personal fav, just saying. Follow Metro across our social channels, on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram Share your views in the comments below MORE: From spicy margs to dirty martinis – Abercrombie's new graphic tees are a summer vibe and start at just £22 MORE: Damson Madder's cult reversible trench is finally back – but it won't stay in stock for long MORE: 'Merit's The Uniform Tinted SPF 50 is the everyday skin staple you didn't know you needed'
